For late 19th-century immigrants from Europe, to travel to America in “steerage” meant a passage below decks, near the ship’s steering gear.
The price for these uncomfortable but low-fare accommodations was about $15.
For late 19th-century immigrants from Europe, to travel to America in “steerage” meant a passage below decks, near the ship’s steering gear.
The price for these uncomfortable but low-fare accommodations was about $15.